12 best train books for kids

Train books for kids are a popular category of children's literature that focuses on trains and the world of railroads. These books are designed to entertain and educate young readers about trains, their history, and the adventures they can have on or around them.Here's what you need to know about train books for kids:

  1. Educational Content: Train books for kids often include educational elements, teaching children about various aspects of trains, such as how they work, their different types (steam, diesel, electric), and the role they play in transportation.

  2. Adventure and Imagination: Many train-themed children's books feature exciting adventures involving trains. These stories often spark children's imaginations and take them on journeys through various settings, from bustling cities to scenic countryside landscapes.

  3. Historical Perspective: Some train books introduce children to the history of trains and their development over time. They may explore the impact of trains on society and transportation throughout history.

  4. Different Formats: Train books come in various formats, including board books for younger children, picture books with colorful illustrations, early reader books with simple text, and chapter books for older kids who want more detailed train adventures.

  5. Fiction and Non-Fiction: While many train books for kids are fictional stories, there are also non-fiction books that provide factual information about trains, their components, and how they function.

  6. Famous Trains and Characters: Some train books feature well-known trains, such as Thomas the Tank Engine and The Little Engine That Could. These characters often have their own series of books that follow their adventures.

  7. Illustrations: High-quality illustrations are a hallmark of train books for kids. They help young readers visualize the trains, landscapes, and characters in the stories.

  8. Life Lessons: Train books often convey valuable life lessons and values, such as teamwork, determination, and problem-solving. These lessons are woven into the stories, making them both entertaining and educational.

  9. Interactive Elements: Some train books may include interactive features like lift-the-flap, touch-and-feel, or sound buttons to engage young readers and make the reading experience more interactive.

  10. Popular Authors and Series: There are many popular authors and series dedicated to train-themed children's books, ensuring a wide variety of options for parents and educators to choose from when selecting books for kids interested in trains.

Train books for kids are a delightful way to introduce children to the fascinating world of trains and encourage a love of reading. Whether through fictional adventures or factual information, these books provide an engaging and educational experience for young readers.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best train books for kids on the market
  

The Big Book of Trains

DK Children

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All Aboard Trains (All Aboard 8x8s)

Grosset & Dunlap

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Peace Train

National Geographic Readers: Trains

National Geographic Kids

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A Kid's Guide to Dogs: How to Train, Care for, and Play and Communicate with Your Amazing Pet!

Storey Publishing, LLC

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Alphabet Trains

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Ultimate Sticker Book: Train: More Than 60 Reusable Full-Color Stickers

DK Children

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My Big Train Book (My Big Board Books)

Priddy Books US

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Dog Training for Kids: Fun and Easy Ways to Care for Your Furry Friend

Kids Books

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How to Prepare & What to Expect

  • Things you'll need
  • Tips on finding a dog that is right for you
  • Dog behaviors and what they mean
  • Dog proofing your home

Training Lessons For a Perfect Dog

  • Potty training your dog
  • Not pulling on a leash
  • Getting along with other household pets and dogs
  • Staying calm at the vet and groomer

Basic Commands

  • Down
  • Speak
  • Wait and Stay
  • Much, much more!

Super Fun Games

  • Obstacle Course
  • Tug
  • Muffin Pan Game
  • Fetch
  • Hide-and-Seek

Toddler Coloring Book: 100 pages of things that go: Cars, trains, tractors, trucks coloring book for kids 2-4

Independently Published

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Thomas & Friends 5-Minute Stories: The Sleepytime Collection (Thomas & Friends)

Random House Books for Young Readers

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Three Cheers for Kid McGear!: (Family Read Aloud Books, Construction Books for Kids, Children's New Experiences Books, Stories in Verse)

Chronicle Books

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About the Author

SHERRI DUSKEY RINKER is the author the #1 New York Times bestsellers Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site; Steam Train, Dream Train; and Mighty, Mighty Construction Site. She lives with her husband and two sons in St. Charles, Illinois.

About the Illustrator

AG FORD—a recipient of the NAACP Image Award—has illustrated numerous award-winning books for children, including the #1 New York Times bestseller Construction Site on Christmas Night. He lives in Dallas, Texas.

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